It’s final: U.S. Department of Transportation bans Samsung Galaxy Note 7 from U.S. flights
Moving beyond warnings and requests, the U.S. Department of Transportation banned the Samsung Galaxy Note 7 from aircraft due to the threat of fire.
The largest police force in the U.S. shuns iOS and Android, goes with Windows Phones
According to a recent report, the New York Police Department equipped its officers with Windows Phones rather than iPhones or Android phones.
Exploding phones causing U.S. airlines to carry fire-containment bags
After several Samsung Galaxy Note 7 smartphones exploded, smouldered, or caught fire, airlines are quickly ramping up plans to carry fire-containment bags.
Weekly Rewind: Massive Prius recall, Note 7 woes get worse, and more
In the tech world, a lot happens in a week. So much news goes on that it's almost impossible for mere mortals with real lives to keep track of everything.
Sharp's Aquos Xx3 Mini may give the Xperia X Compact a run for its money
Known more for making televisions than smartphones, Japanese company Sharp has unveiled the Aquos Xx3 Mini.
Apple will no longer secure its iPhones with cables in some retail stores
Apple has removed the security cables that secure iPhones in some of its stores outside the U.S.
Get (sort of) unlimited data with Verizon’s new PopData, but use it quickly
Verizon has unveiled a new series of data sessions known as PopData, which allow you to access unlimited amounts of 4G LTE data for 30 or 60 minutes.
Google search results on mobile will soon look different from those on a desktop
Your Google search results are about to look different -- that is, if you're comparing mobile results to those on your desktop.
HP partners with Movado to launch new line of connected smartwatches
HP, in partnership with Movado, is launching a new series of connected smartwatches with fashion licensing by Tommy Hilfiger, Coach, Hugo Boss, and more.
Tinder helps you get more matches with “swipeworthy” Smart Photos
Tinder has introduced Smart Photos, which promises to make you "swipeworthy." Just what every gal -- and guy -- has ever wanted to hear!
Shazam now lets users play music videos for identified songs and share via iMessage
Shazam has teamed up with Portland-based music video platform Vadio to offer in-app playback of music videos or live performances for identified songs.
Apple planning a second research and development center in China
Apple has announced plans for a second research and development facility in China following the groundbreaking of a Beijing-based facility.
Google's Sprayscape helps you capture dream-like virtual reality photos
Google has launched an app that helps you create 360-degree photos with only your smartphone. The result? Some pretty trippy virtual reality bubbles.
This Android hack brings Google Assistant to your non-Pixel smartphone
A new hack has been discovered by the folks over at XDA-Developers that basically allows non-Pixel smartphones to get Google Assistant.
Tile puts its Bluetooth tracker on a diet, releases the slimmed-down Mate
The new Bluetooth tracker is 25 percent smaller than the original and Tile now allows you to leverage the community to help find your lost items.
In light of the Note 7 debacle, Samsung may be poised to ditch the brand
Samsung may ditch the Note brand in light of the Note 7's negative publicity. But in the short term, the smartphone maker may stay the course.
Don’t buy your Google Pixel from Verizon! Here’s why
Google is out with new smartphones, ones that are apparently "Only on Verizon." They're not -- you can use them on any carrier.
Samsung’s Galaxy Note 7 debacle is far from over
Samsung needs to stand up for its customers and end the production, sale, and promotion of the Galaxy Note 7 in light of the exploding battery issue.
Samsung reportedly ramps up Galaxy S7 production to help make up for Note 7 losses
According to recent reports, Samsung is ramping up the production of its Galaxy S7 and Galaxy A8 smartphones, likely as replacements for the Note 7.
Google Project Fi now lets your entire family join under one mobile plan
Project Fi is a pretty groundbreaking concept, however to date it has really only been available to single people. Finally, Google has added group plans.
Apple could put light sensor somewhere completely different on future iPhones
Apple's new patent could see it put sensors on its smartphones underneath a passive portion of its display, further thinning its devices.
Sprint’s 1 Million Project brings connected devices to high school students
Many students in low-income families deal with a lack of internet access, meaning they won't be able to do their homework.
Forget chatbots: Blend adds ‘Genies’ to amplify your conversations
Blend has just released its own take on chatbots. They're called Genies, and you don't need to interact with them.
Hot potato! How to ditch your Samsung Galaxy Note 7 before it explodes
Samsung recalled the Galaxy Note 7. Here's how to get a replacement or a refund for your Galaxy Note 7 and what to buy instead.
Does the Google Pixel really have the best smartphone camera? Judge for yourself
Does the Google Pixel really have the best smartphone camera yet? DxO Mark thinks so, but you can decide on your own by viewing the first sample images.
Cyanogen is ditching its mobile operating system in favor of more modular approach
It looks like Cyanogen is ditching the idea that it can take out Android -- the company says that it will pivot to modular software.
It's not just you — the Google Play Store really does look different right now
As first reported by Android Police, Google is currently testing out a number of UI changes to its Play Store.
T-Mobile CEO John Legere can’t stop laughing at Verizon and its Yahoo purchase
T-Mobile CEO John Legere recently told Business Insider that he finds competitor Verizon's current situation with their recent Yahoo purchase "hilarious."
Transfer your number to Cricket and pick out one of four smartphones for free
For a limited time, if you transfer your number from another carrier, Cricket will give you a free smartphone.